Pharmacy Schools in Vermont
Are There Pharmacy Schools in Vermont?
Vermont currently has no ACPE-accredited pharmacy school. The state’s only PharmD program — Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences’ Vermont campus in Colchester — closed in June 2021 after years of declining enrollment. The good news: several excellent accredited programs are within a few hours of Vermont, and many schools now offer online and accelerated pathways open to Vermont residents.
The 5 Closest Pharmacy Schools to Vermont
Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is a private university in the city of Albany. First year tuition for in-state and out-of-state students is $43,900. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a degree in Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences participates in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Manchester is a private university in the city of Manchester. First year tuition for in-state and out-of-state students is $56,970. The accelerated program can be completed in 3 years, and they offer a dual degree program where you can also earn an M.P.H. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Manchester does not participate in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor’s degree. (learn more)
University of New England College of Pharmacy is a private university in the city of Portland. First year tuition for in-state and out-of-state students is $43,420. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a degree in Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). University of New England College of Pharmacy does not participate in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences is a private university in the city of Springfield. First year tuition for in-state and out-of-state students is $44,180. The program can be completed in 4 years, and they offer a dual degree program where you can also earn an MBA, M.S.L.D. or M.S.O.L. Western New England University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences participates in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Worcester is a private university in the city of Worcester. First year tuition for in-state and out-of-state students is $56,970. The program can be completed in 3 years, and they offer a dual degree program where you can also earn an M.P.H. Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Worcester does not participate in the Early Assurance Program and does not require a bachelor's degree. (learn more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Vermont have a pharmacy school?
No. Vermont currently has no ACPE-accredited PharmD program. Its only program — Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences' Colchester campus — closed in June 2021 after years of declining enrollment.
What are the closest pharmacy schools to Vermont?
The nearest accredited options are Albany College of Pharmacy (Albany, NY), MCPHS Manchester (NH), and the University of New England (Portland, ME). All accept out-of-state applicants through PharmCAS.
Can Vermont residents earn a PharmD online?
Yes — a growing number of accredited programs run online-first PharmD tracks that enroll Vermont residents, reserving campus time for intensives and rotations.